A Client Is in the Clinic a Month After Having

question 15

Multiple Choice

A client is in the clinic a month after having a myocardial infarction.The client reports sleeping well since moving into the guest bedroom.What response by the nurse is best?

• A) "Do you have any concerns about sexuality?"
• B) "I'm glad to hear you are sleeping well now."
• C) "Sleep near your spouse in case of emergency."
• D) "Why would you move into the guest room?"

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Definitions:

Alarm Fatigue

A phenomenon in healthcare settings where staff become desensitized to safety alarms, potentially leading to slower response times or missed warnings.

Continuous Cardiac Monitor

A device used to continuously monitor the heart's electrical activity over a period, identifying abnormal rhythms or conditions.

Nursing Assistive Personnel

Individuals in healthcare settings who provide basic patient care under the supervision of nursing staff.

Hypotension

A condition characterized by blood pressure that is lower than normal.